Report: Lakers still optimistic they can upgrade their roster before the trade deadline

The Los Angeles Lakers' latest pursuit of star guard Kyrie Irving lasted only about 48 hours, as he was traded on Sunday from the Brooklyn Nets to the Dallas Mavericks.…

Zach Stevens

Report: Nets owner’s presumed objective was to send Kyrie Irving anywhere but Lakers

When Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving demanded a trade on Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers were one of a few teams rumored to be interested in him, leading their fans…

Zach Stevens

Report: Lakers could be willing to give up Austin Reaves and Max Christie for Kyrie Irving in unexpected twist

The sudden availability of Kyrie Irving on the trade market has Los Angeles Lakers fans clamoring for the front office to make a move for the star point guard. However,…

Orel Dizon

Report: There’s pessimism that Lakers will land Kyrie Irving due to his contract demands

Ever since news of Kyrie Irving's trade request started making the rounds, the Los Angeles Lakers have been in the crosshairs of many fans and pundits. The Brooklyn Nets point…

Orel Dizon

Anthony Davis preaches ‘urgency’ as Lakers lose critical game to Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers have been having major problems winning close games, and on Saturday, they lost yet another to the New Orleans Pelicans, 131-126, despite a dominant performance from…

Zach Stevens

Russell Westbrook’s brother seemingly agrees that Lakers won’t make playoffs if they trade him

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Russell Westbrook continues to see his name involved in trade rumors as the league's trade deadline gets closer and closers. He's been linked to the…

David Akerman

Report: Any Russell Westbrook trade to Utah Jazz would most likely include Mike Conley, Malik Beasley and Jarred Vanderbilt

The Los Angeles Lakers could move Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz at the trade deadline, which would likely bring Mike Conley, Malik Beasley and Jarred Vanderbilt to Los Angeles,…

Peter Dewey

Russell Westbrook’s and Kyrie Irving’s playing statuses curiously change as trade rumors heat up

Los Angeles Lakers guard Russell Westbrook and Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving both have seen their playing statuses change for Saturday’s NBA action. Westbrook is listed as questionable for the…

Peter Dewey

Report: Lakers are trying to figure out whether Kyrie Irving’s trade request is legitimate or not

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly are trying to figure out if Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving’s trade request is legitimate ahead of the league’s Feb. 9 trade deadline. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8C6bxJtAqUE “The…

Peter Dewey

Report: Lakers not willing to include Austin Reaves or Max Christie in potential Kyrie Irving deal

The Los Angeles Lakers are being linked to Brooklyn Nets superstar Kyrie Irving, who recently requested a trade from the team. Naturally, Lakers fans have been starting to think about…

David Akerman